Diseases & Health Conditions
Educational information about diseases, symptoms, and related treatments
Cold sore
Cold sores are small blisters that appear on the lips or around the mouth. They happen because of th...
Dental abscess
A dental abscess is a pocket of pus that can form inside a tooth, in the gum, or in the bone that ho...
Dry mouth
It's normal to have a dry mouth now and then, especially if you're a bit dehydrated or feeling nervo...
Gum disease
Gum disease is a common problem where the gums bleed and become swollen, sore or infected. Many adul...
Mouth ulcer
Mouth ulcers are painful sores that appear inside the mouth. They can be really uncomfortable, but t...
Tooth decay
Tooth decay happens when acid made by plaque (a sticky film that builds up on your teeth) starts to...
Toothache
Toothache is pain in and around the teeth and jaws, and it's usually caused by tooth decay. You can...